noun
- decorated platforms or vehicles in a parade
- objects that stay on the surface of water to support something
verb
- remains on or near the surface of a liquid without sinking
- moves slowly through air or seems to hang in air
- suggests or proposes an idea tentatively
Usage: informal
Examples
- The cork floats on the water.
- Smoke floats up from the chimney.
- The parade featured colorful floats with flowers.
- Fishing floats help detect when fish bite.
- She floats the idea of a company picnic.
- The balloon floats gently in the breeze.
- Pool floats make swimming more relaxing.